October: Diet and Superfood

Our October superfood is kale. It’s a member of the cabbage family and has small, frilly leaves that are milder in taste. The stalk is tough and often removed because of its bitter taste.

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Consuming kale results in these fantastic health benefits:

• Source of calcium, providing important minerals for bones
• Regulates your heart beat, helps with blood clotting and assists in muscle contraction
• Source of vitamin A and K, which are beneficial in promoting vision and supporting growth

Kale has also been researched for its cancer-fighting abilities due to its rich antioxidant content.

Recipes

You can bake kale in casseroles, steam it as a side dish or add it to salads.

We hope you enjoy these delicious and nutritious recipes that feature this superfood:

• 5-Minute Kale
• Baked Kale Chips